The Basilica of the Madonna delle Lacrime in Syracuse, Sicily, is a striking modern sanctuary built to commemorate a miraculous event. In 1953, a small plaster image of the Virgin Mary was said to have shed tears, attracting worldwide attention. To honor this phenomenon, the basilica was constructed between 1966 and 1994, featuring a bold, conical design that rises 102 meters (335 feet) into the sky. Its distinctive shape, resembling a teardrop, symbolizes the weeping Madonna and serves as a beacon of faith for pilgrims. Inside, the sanctuary houses the revered image and a museum displaying relics related to the miracle. As a spiritual and architectural landmark, the Basilica of the Madonna delle Lacrime is a testament to faith, devotion, and contemporary religious artistry in Sicily. And now, thanks to our dear friend junhothepenguin, who visited the basilica, you can closely find a penguin stone hidden. Look for the statue close by and the table describing it.
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